Tourism

The new AI that will help Israelis plan trips

The Kishrey Teufa Group announced a collaboration with VibeTrip to implement a smart AI chat that will assist customers in planning trips.

Planning a vacation
Blue Bird

Blue Bird opens three new routes to Europe this summer

New cruise terminal inaugurated at the Port of Haifa

New cruise terminal inaugurated at the Port of Haifa

A NEW port in Haifa.

Haifa Port opens new cruise terminal as Israel’s tourism sector eyes recovery


Israeli woman killed, several Israelis injured in Panama highway crash

An Israeli tourist was killed in a Panama crash near La Chorrera; ZAKA says efforts are underway to return the body and wounded Israelis to Israel.

The scene of a bus crash in Panama where an Israeli woman was killed on May 13, 2026.

Soak, sip, savor: The ultimate Budapest experience

Budapest is a city where history, indulgence, and rejuvenation flow together—quite literally.

Zwack Unicum is a legendary, dark Hungarian herbal liqueur created in 1790, made from a secret blend of over 40 herbs and spices.

After Hanoi, Arkia opens a new direct route to the Far East

The route joins the direct flights operated by the company to Hanoi and will allow travelers to fly to eastern Vietnam and return through Hanoi and exit from Saigon, or vice versa.

Ho Chi Minh City

One of the most isolated countries in the world opens to visitors

The Kingdom of Bhutan is opening a new airport and an innovative mindfulness city that will make it much more accessible to travelers.

One of the hardest-to-reach destinations in the world will become much more accessible to international travelers

This is the country with the best hiking in Europe

A new study examined which country is most recommended to travel in Europe, and found that it is none other than France.

The French Alps

Israel’s beautiful pedestrian mall undergoes comprehensive upgrade

After many years, renovation works will begin in Zichron Ya’acov pedestrian mall. The project will last about three months and include lighting upgrades, seating areas, shading and, landscaping.

Zichron Ya’acov pedestrian mall.

Reporters Notebook: Israel’s northern border amid peace and war

Despite ongoing tensions, Israel's northern border shows signs of quiet resilience as local communities resume life amid rising security threats.

Northern Israel registers peace amid the ceasefire with Hezbollah.

May 2026: Free entry to dozens of attractions across Israel

After being canceled during Passover, Bank Hapoalim’s project returns with free admission to 54 museums, heritage sites, and parks across the country over three weekends in May.

The aqueduct in the Armon Hanatziv Palace, City of David.

Iran crisis does not yet warrant emergency measures for tourism sector, EU says

European airlines have largely ridden out the crisis so far, with hedges cushioning costs even as jet fuel prices have risen nearly 84% since the US-Israeli war with Iran began on February 28.

A SWISS Airlines aircraft prepares to land at Brussels International Airport amid a possible jetfuel shortage in Europe, in Zaventem, Belgium, April 17, 2026.

Business by day, indulgence at night: We visited the new hotel that opened in Herzliya Pituach

The new business hotel Metro delivers exactly what it was designed for: A night of good sleep before a meeting, an excellent breakfast and a strategic location. Business and pleasure.

Metro Hotel